Mrs. Yang smiled and said: "After you went to court this morning, the father and daughter made a special trip to thank you for saving each other." Yang Qi suddenly realized, Yang Qi smiled and said: "It's just a little effort, it's your job, it's nothing good." Thanks!”
Mrs. Yang glanced at her sister-in-law with admiration and said to Yang Gui: "That child named Xiaohui is gentle and beautiful. Mom likes it very much!" Yang Gui and Yang Qi were stunned, and Yang Qi asked jokingly: "Sister-in-law , are you trying to find me a niece-in-law?" Yang Gui was startled. Mrs. Yang smiled and said: "That's what mother means." Yang Qi looked at Yang Gui with a smile and said: "Nephew, I'm here to congratulate you!" Yang Gui said hurriedly: "Mother, my son is still young..." Mrs. Yang said angrily: "You are still young! Your father already married your mother when you were your age! All you need to do is tell your mother, do you like this child?" Yang Gui looked at a loss.
Mrs. Yang smiled and said: "Looking at you, I must like you." Yang Gui's cheeks were red and he was speechless. Yang Qi looked at his nephew with an interesting expression.
Mrs. Yang smiled and said, "Since you like it, mother knows what to do."
Yang Gui couldn't help but ask: "Mother, you, are you going to do this?" Mrs. Yang said: "Mother will send someone to propose marriage, and wait until this time next year to let you get married." Yang Gui's cheeks were red, and he was a little at a loss. appearance. Mrs. Yang smiled and said: "If you feel you can't wait any longer, my mother will let you get married during the Spring Festival this year!" Yang Gui was shocked and said quickly: "This, this won't work! We have just founded the country, and there are many things to do. I have a lot to do, I'm afraid this year will be very busy!" Mrs. Yang sighed and said: "Mom, I know you are very busy! Okay, there is nothing to do here, you go and get ready!" The two of them said to Mrs. Yang. Say goodbye and go down.
Yang Peng returned to the harem and looked around. He saw row upon row of pavilions and pavilions, and the lakes and mountains contrasted with each other. Although a palace was magnificent, it also completely encompassed the natural beauty. Although it could not be called a fairyland, it was almost there. Yang Peng couldn't help feeling a little, and secretly worried: 'If I live here for a long time, will I really become an emperor? ' Then he laughed self-deprecatingly and said: "If a palace can shake my will, then it means that I am not qualified to change the world. Instead of worrying about it, it is better to let nature take its course!" At this point, the worries in my heart have disappeared. , raised his feet and walked towards the back.
As I was walking, I heard melodious music coming from the distance. I couldn't help but stop and look up. It was discovered that the music was coming from a courtyard by the lake, where Zhao Jinxi lived.
Yang Peng changed direction and walked that way. Walking into an archway, I saw many dancers following Zhao Jinxi in the embroidery building behind the pond. Zhao Jinxi was giving instructions while dancing, obviously training them. Yang Peng couldn't help but smile.
A maid brought tea and walked towards the embroidery building. She was surprised to see Yang Peng and quickly bowed and saluted: "Your Majesty!" Yang Peng waved his hand to signal her to silence. Seeing that she was holding tea in her hand, she took it and walked towards the embroidery building. The maid didn't dare to leave without authorization and quickly followed.
The two of them walked into the hall of the embroidery building one after another. At this time, the musicians in the embroidery building were playing attentively. Zhao Jinxi and the dancers were also distracted and did not notice the people coming in.
Yang Peng stood in the hall and watched, only to see the light and the graceful dancing. The hall was full of orioles and swallows, which were colorful, like a gentle place on earth, like a red mansion ecstasy. Chen Xiao couldn't help but secretly marvel: Where did they find so many beauties who are good at dancing?
The dancers danced under the guidance of Zhao Jinxi. Their movements were uniform, sometimes like a hundred flowers blooming, sometimes like a flock of wild geese flying. It was truly beautiful and pleasing to the eye.
Zhao Jinxi stopped dancing, turned around and said to the dancers: "Very good! Being able to dance such a complicated dance so neatly in just two days is much better than I expected!" The dancers all laughed. , one of the particularly charming dancers said loudly: "That's all thanks to my sister's good teaching!" A dancer next to her who was not inferior in appearance and figure teased her: "You are flattering your senior sister!" The one who spoke before The dancer said confidently: "I just want to flatter you, can't I?" The dancer said: "How can senior sister's flattery be flattered? That's a nice butt!" All the dancers laughed together and spoke freely. , lethargic. At this moment, a man's laughter suddenly came.
The dancers were greatly surprised. They looked around and saw a man in casual clothes standing at the door of the embroidery building, holding tea in his hand.
The very charming dancer who just spoke stepped forward, looked at Yang Peng, and asked with a straight face: "Who are you?" Then he frowned, "You are a man, how can you come here! Be careful of being caught. When people find out, they drag her down and castrate her!" All the dancers started laughing. They all regarded Yang Peng as a servant who sneaked into the harem.
Yang Peng was very amused when he saw that she didn't recognize him.
At this time, Zhao Jinxi came up quickly and bowed Yingying: "I respectfully welcome your Majesty! Long live your Majesty! Long live your Majesty!" The dancers were stunned for a moment, then showed horror, and hurriedly knelt down and bowed: "I pay homage to your Majesty! Your Majesty! Long live long live long live!" The dancer who said she wanted to drag Yang Peng down and castrate her was very frightened and secretly complained to herself: "Of course the only man who can enter the harem is the emperor. I didn't expect it. It's really too much. Stupid! 'Actually, she can't be entirely blamed for this matter. First of all, various folk legends make Yang Peng's image among the people like Zhong Kui, the God of Thunder. He is completely unlike the young and heroic young man in front of him. Everyone has never seen him before. Yang Peng had subconsciously thought that King Yan Chen Xiao was at least a middle-aged man in his forties, and never thought that he would be such a young man in front of him; secondly, Yang Peng was dressed in casual clothes, standing with the maid, holding a hand in his hand. Holding tea, it is difficult to associate him with the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty who ruled the world. Therefore, the dancing girl pretended that he was a servant who had sneaked in and spoke freely.
Yang Peng smiled and said: "No need to be polite, just get up." Everyone thanked them and stood up.
Yang Peng took a look at the dancer in front of him who said he wanted to be castrated, and said with a smile: "I'm here to see my wife, no one will drag me down to castrate her!"
The dancer was so frightened that she hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed: "This slave is talking nonsense, please atone for your sins!" Yang Peng saw her kneeling on the ground with her buttocks high and very attractive, so he quickly looked away. , smiled and said: "Don't be afraid! I don't mean to blame you! Get up!" The dancing girl responded, stood up, and stood with her head bowed. Although Yang Peng said that he would not blame her, she My heart was still filled with trepidation.
Yang Peng saw a layer of sweat overflowing on Zhao Jinxi's forehead. He immediately put down the tea, took the towel from the maid next to him, and gently wiped the sweat off Zhao Jinxi's forehead. The dancers secretly saw it, and couldn't help but feel envious in their hearts. At the same time, they felt that they were following Zhao Jinxi, and they were really following the wrong person. The emperor obviously loved her very much.
Yang Peng put down the towel, held Zhao Jinxi's delicate hand, and asked softly: "Are you tired?"
Zhao Jinxi smiled and shook his head, "I'm not tired. It's just dancing. In fact, it's just fun!"
Yang Peng smiled slightly. At this time, the dancers, musicians and maids all left the embroidery building at the call of Mother Li. The dancers turned back every step of the way, looking reluctant to leave.
Yang Peng and Zhao Jinxi came upstairs and sat in front of the moon cave window. Outside the window is the boundless blue lake and the beautiful winter scenery. Yang Peng asked: "Are you still used to living here these days?" Zhao Jinxi smiled and said: "This is the palace. If you are still not used to living here, wouldn't it be a blessing?" Yang Peng smiled and turned to look outside the window. Scenery, murmured: "If one day all this ceases to exist, will you be disappointed?"
Zhao Jinxi leaned into Yang Peng's arms, exhaled into his chest, and said softly: "As long as you have big brother by your side, even if you only have a hut, it will be heaven on earth!"
Yang Peng was greatly moved. He lowered his head and held the orchid's warm red lips. Zhao Jinxi couldn't help but be moved. The thunder from the sky stirred up the fire on the earth, and it was out of control. …
Yang Peng was lying on the bed, holding Zhao Jinxi's delicate body. The skin of Zhao Jinxi's whole body seemed to be coated with a layer of rouge, and there was a layer of fine sweat floating on it. It was crystal clear and jade-like; there was infinite charm in her beautiful eyes, her red lips were half open and half closed, and she was panting constantly. gas.
Yang Peng asked: "Are those dancers new to you?"
Zhao Jinxi nodded and said: "I don't have much ability. I only have singing and dancing skills. I can't help His Majesty like Han Bing and others. I can only arrange some songs and dances to relieve His Majesty's worries when needed."
Yang Peng smiled slightly, lowered his head and said: "Don't call me Your Majesty, just like in the past, call me Husband."
Zhao Jinxi smiled charmingly and said in a cooing voice: "Husband...jun..." This shout immediately ushered in another violent storm. Zhao Jin was so happy that his soul flew into the sky, and he felt that this was the ultimate happiness on earth! …
Yang Peng was sitting in the imperial study, with several cabinet ministers at his side. Han Derang, the envoy from the Liao Kingdom, said: "Envoy from the Liao Kingdom, I have met His Majesty the Ming Emperor! On behalf of the Empress Dowager and His Majesty the Emperor, I would like to pay tribute to His Majesty the Ming Emperor." !" Yang Peng smiled and said: "You also say hello to them on my behalf!" Han Derang said: "On behalf of the Queen Mother of our country and His Majesty the Emperor, I would like to thank His Majesty the Ming Emperor!"
Yang Peng asked: "What are you doing for your envoy to come here?" Huang Qiaoyun asked with a sneer: "Are you here to play some brave tricks again?"
Handerang said quickly: "Your Majesty, our country has offended your Majesty a lot before, and I ask for your forgiveness. In fact, our country has never wanted to be an enemy of your country, and hopes to become a brotherly country with your country and live in peace forever! However, it has There are always some people who don't want to see such a situation and come to sow discord. That's why the previous incident happened that was not good for both of us! Our Queen Mother and Her Majesty the Emperor have realized this and decided not to listen to any rumors from now on. It’s good to insist on an alliance with the Ming Dynasty! Please be magnanimous and don’t dwell on past grudges! Such a truce and alliance between the two countries is not only a blessing to the royal families of the two countries, but also a blessing to the people of the two countries!”
Zhang Xiang sneered and said, "You sound like you're doing it for our own good! Prime Minister, although you are the one who invited me, your ability to talk and manipulate people is really amazing!"
Han Derang said: "Both your country and our country are the most powerful countries in the world. It is difficult for our country to defeat the Ming Dynasty, but it is also very difficult for the Ming Dynasty to defeat our Liao Dynasty! If the two countries fight, it will be very difficult for the two countries. There are no benefits at all, but if our two countries can form an alliance, then both of us will benefit!"
Han Bing said calmly: "Have you ever taken advantage of your country since the war with the Ming Dynasty? Your country originally occupied the entire Central Plains, how come you are now hiding in the bitter cold of Mobei? In the war between your country and our country, you lost more than you won. Not only was the entire Central Plains recaptured by our army, but the entire Xijing Road was also lost! But now, our country, the Ming Dynasty, has officially been founded, dominating the Central Plains, and its power is not the same as before. At that time, the Liao Kingdom was at its peak, and it was not even me. The rising rivals of Yanyun are now competing with each other. How can your country compete with Yanyun with such certainty!" Han Bing had given birth a month ago and gave birth to a boy named Yang Tianya. She began to resume work a few days ago, but Yang Peng was worried about her health and only allowed her to participate in some daily meetings, and did not let her do any hard work.
Han Derang said: "Your Majesty's words are wrong! Although your country is dominating the Central Plains and is far more powerful than the West, our Daliao Kingdom, which pacifies Mongolia in the north and swallows up Goryeo in the south, is several times stronger than before! What if our Daliao Kingdom mobilizes the people of the whole country? , if Ming wants to win, I'm afraid it's only a 50-50 number!" Han Bingbing snorted, his face full of disapproval.
Yelu Hanyu sneered and said: "Your Majesty, please make no mistake! With your bold words, do you want to block the front of our army?" After Yelu Hanyu came to attend the founding ceremony of the People's Republic of China, he never returned to the south. Things in the south had already entered a new stage. On the right track, she is no longer needed as the general manager of Pingnan to be in charge of the south. Now the entire Jiangnan area is divided into Jiangnan East Road and Jiangnan West Road. The governor of Jiangnan East Road is Liu Ziyu, a comrade who jointly defended Shaanxi with Cao Yong against the Liao army. He had joined Yan Yun's camp when Yan Yun annexed Hanzhong. The governor of Jiangnan West Road was Minzhong, who had been sent to Jiangnan to organize Mingjiao activities a long time ago. The military commander of the entire Jiangnan area was Shi Liancheng.
After hearing Yelu Hanyu's words, Handerang's expression changed and he asked, "What do you mean by your words, does it mean that peace between our two countries is impossible and only life and death is possible?" Yelu Hanyu sneered and said nothing, the meaning was self-evident. . Handerang was secretly worried. Despite what he just said beautifully, in fact he and the Liao Kingdom behind him are afraid of confronting Yanyun. As Han Bing said, Yanyun was only in the process of rising before, while the Liao Kingdom was at its peak. Both sides In the war between the two sides, the Liao Kingdom lost more and won less. Now, Yan Yun has dominated the Central Plains, and its power is so strong that it makes people feel suffocated. Under this situation, if an all-out war breaks out between the two sides, the Liao Kingdom may be very vulnerable. There is little chance of victory. Even if the army can withstand the attack of Yan Yun's army, the logistics reserves cannot support the consumption of the entire war.
Yang Peng said: "Although what Liao has done is very annoying, I am willing to give Liao a chance." When Handerang heard this, he felt as if he had seen a ray of light in the dark night, and his eyes could not help but reveal hope. color.
Yang Peng said: "We have signed a peace treaty before, and now I don't want to violate this treaty. And I can also expand border trade between the two parties."
Handerang clasped his fists excitedly and said, "Your Majesty has made an extremely wise decision! Both your people and ours will benefit from this!"
Yang Peng waved his hand and said: "This is an opportunity I give you. If you still want to be as dishonest as before, then you will never have another chance!" Han Derang's heart trembled.
Yang Peng smiled slightly and said: "Okay, that's it. You can talk to the cabinet about specific matters related to trade. It's a rare trip for you. It's almost the Spring Festival for us Han people. Have a good time in Bianliang Let’s play.”
Handerang bowed and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty." Then he raised his head and said, "Your Majesty, I have one more thing to do here. Our Empress Dowager hopes to meet King Yan!"
Yang Peng was stunned, and couldn't help but think of that charming and charming woman. The spring breeze was once there, and even now, thinking about it, she still feels ecstasy! After coming back to his senses, he smiled and said: "I didn't expect that your Queen Mother would actually make such a request." Han Derang said: "Our Queen Mother specifically asked me to bring a message to Your Majesty, saying that there are very important matters concerning Your Majesty that need to be discussed with Your Majesty! "
Yang Peng smiled and said: "This surprises me very much. It's not impossible to meet, it's just how to operate it. I can't go to Liao Kingdom, or your mother-in-law comes to Bianliang, right?" Everyone laughed, I feel that Liao's request is a bit whimsical.
Han Derang said: "What the Queen Mother of our country means is that she and Your Majesty will meet at the border of the Sixteenth Prefecture of Yanyun."
Yang Peng nodded, looked up at Han Derang, and said with a smile: "Generally speaking, this arrangement is okay, but your Queen Mother and I, aren't you worried that I will suddenly kidnap her?"
Han Derang said: "The Queen Mother of our country firmly believes that Your Majesty is a hero and will never do such despicable and shameless things!"
Yang Peng smiled and said: "From ancient times to the present, the word hero should not belong to the king. For the sake of the national interest, you might as well do despicable and shameless things! If you are not despicable and shameless, you are not qualified to be an emperor! Emperors have never been saints !" Han Derang was stunned on the spot, not knowing how to respond for a moment, but after thinking about it carefully, he felt that the other party's words were very correct. Which of the so-called wise kings who have gone down in history through the ages was not despicable and shameless? For example, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, who was regarded as a model of a wise king by later generations, did not kill his brothers and force his father to abdicate!
Yang Peng said: "Although I can do despicable and shameless things, I will never bully women! Since your queen mother wants to meet with me, I have no reason to object. When does your queen mother want to meet with me?" Han Derang said: "The Queen Mother said that if your Majesty agrees to meet, the time will be March 1st of the coming year." Yang Peng smiled and said: "March in Yangchun? Okay, I will definitely be there by then." Then he asked: " Does your envoy have anything else to do?" Han Derang said: "I have nothing to do." Yang Peng said: "Then you can go down." Han Derang bowed to Yang Peng and left.
After Handerang left, Yang Peng glanced at everyone in the cabinet and asked, "Do you have anything else to do?" Yelu Hanyu clasped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, there are many things I need to ask your Majesty for instructions!" Yang Peng waved his hand quickly. He said angrily: "Your cabinet will make its own decisions. Don't ask me for advice on everything. Unless it is a major military matter with a major impact, don't bother me. Even if it is a major military matter, you should first discuss a plan and a response plan. ." Everyone looked at each other, and couldn't help but worry that Your Majesty would be such a hands-off shopkeeper, okay? In fact, Yang Peng did this intentionally. He hoped that the bureaucracy would make the whole society gradually get used to the emperor's indifference. Of course, he did this somewhat selfishly. He really wanted to have more time to have fun and didn't want to waste all his time doing things. Life is short, wouldn’t it be a big loss if you don’t enjoy yourself in time?
Yang Peng stood up and said, "If there is no big deal, you all should stand down." Tang Shidian came out, cupped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, you are the head of a country. If so, it seems inappropriate to leave everything to the cabinet like this. ah!"
Yang Peng shook his head and said: "As the saying goes, one person is short-term, and everyone is long-term. The emperor is not a god, he is just a person. Everything must be decided by the emperor. Don't you think it is easy to be biased? The cabinet will discuss it, and in the end it will be decided by a minority. Obey the majority principle and pass resolutions, and the solution we get will definitely be much better than my own dictatorship! Besides, the country belongs to the world, not just me, so why do I have to work hard alone?"
After hearing Yang Peng's words, everyone couldn't help but feel dumbfounded, but after thinking about it, they felt that His Majesty's words seemed to make sense. However, although it feels reasonable, after all, nothing like this has ever happened before. In the past, the emperor was the governor and the powerful ministers were in charge. Everyone was really worried that such a problem would also occur if His Majesty delegated power to the cabinet.
Yang Peng saw everyone's worries and smiled: "Are you worried that if I don't take care of things, powerful officials will appear?"
Zuo Mou said: "This is indeed worrying." Others nodded in agreement.
Yang Peng waved his hand and said: "Don't worry about this. In the past, when powerful officials were in power, it was not the main reason why the emperor did not care about things. The main reason was that the emperor favored a certain minister or eunuch and left all national affairs to them. Only then did powerful officials take over. Question! If it were an efficient cabinet and shared national responsibilities, would this problem still occur?" Everyone looked at each other and felt that if it was an efficient cabinet, there would be no situation where powerful ministers were in power.
What happened after all, let’s see what happens next.
